In a surprising turn of events at the IPL 2024 auction, Punjab Kings (PBKS) co-owners Preity Zinta and Ness Wadia found themselves in a moment of confusion when the gavel fell, confirming the bid for uncapped Indian player Shashank Singh. The unexpected acquisition led to speculation as it seemed the franchise had not intended to secure Singh. The twist emerged from the presence of two players with the same name on the auction list, causing initial hesitation from PBKS.

Despite the initial perplexity, PBKS later affirmed that Shashank Singh was indeed a target for them, expressing excitement about his potential contributions. Meanwhile, the auction had its share of surprises, with England cricketer Phil Salt going unsold, despite an impressive IPL 2023 performance. As the dust settles, all eyes turn to the upcoming season, with Shashank Singh becoming the talk of the town. The IPL 2024 auction proved that cricket, much like life, is filled with unforeseen twists and turns.